What are the responsibilities and job description for the Weed Control Coordinator position at Whatcom County?
Whatcom County Public Works Department, Natural Resources Division is hiring a Weed Control Coordinator to lead the County’s Noxious Weed Management program. This position helps protect agricultural lands, waterways, and natural areas by coordinating efforts to prevent the spread and manage noxious weeds and invasive plants throughout Whatcom County.
This position combines technical expertise with program leadership, public education, and enforcement. Working closely with the members of the Whatcom County Noxious Weed Control Board, County departments, landowners, and partner agencies, this position develops practical weed management strategies and policies, and supports effective stewardship of public and private lands.
The successful candidate will bring strong leadership, sound judgment, and the ability to explain technical information clearly and work respectfully with people who have differing perspectives.
Duties include:
- Developing, managing, and evaluating the County’s Noxious Weed Management program, including short- and long-term goals.
- Supervising, training, and evaluating staff and coordinating program work.
- Advising County departments, private landowners, and other agencies on weed identification, prevention, and treatment.
- Supporting integrated vegetation management on County properties and roadsides.
- Directing public education and outreach and helping landowners improve weed management practices with a community stewardship focus toward natural resources.
- Serving as the Weed Board’s enforcement agent, including issuing violation notices and civil infractions and coordinating enforcement actions, ensuring compliance with Washington state’s noxious weed control laws.
- Overseeing surveys, monitoring, GIS mapping and records of invasive plant infestations.
- Preparing budgets, pursuing grant funding, monitoring contractor work, and maintaining required reports and records.
- Safely applies herbicides to treat noxious weeds in accordance with state and federal laws, and monitors treated sites for effectiveness.
For more information please review the job description.
Supervisor: Environmental Programs Manager
Hours of Work: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm or Monday - Thursday 7:00am - 5:30pm.
Salary Range: Unrepresented- Range 6, $34.89 - $50.66 per hour
Washington State law requires employers to disclose the full salary range for a position. The posted range represents the full range of pay for the position and does not necessarily represent the starting salary. Starting salary is generally determined based on qualifications, relevant experience, internal equity, applicable collective bargaining requirements, and County compensation policies and approval requirements. Starting salaries are generally within the entry-to-midpoint portion of the posted range. Candidates whose qualifications and experience substantially exceed the requirements of the position may be considered for a higher starting rate, subject to applicable County approval requirements.This position receives annual pay increases to the next step in the associated salary range (apx. 3.8%) subject to satisfactory performance, in addition to any negotiated Cost of Living Adjustments (COLA).
OR
An Associate’s degree in natural sciences, agriculture, horticulture, botany or a related field AND 5 years of progressively responsible experience in Noxious Weed Management or a related field including at least 2 years of lead or supervisory experience.
For more information please review the job description.
At its sole discretion, Whatcom County may consider combinations of education, experience, certifications, and training in lieu of specifically required qualifications contained herein.
Whatcom County, WA is truly special and a great place to call home!
- Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees AND their family
- Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and 12 paid holidays annually. Prior related public service considered for setting accrual rate. Accrue up to 330 hours of PTO annually. Cash-out up to 40 hours over 330 maximum annually.
| Employment Year | Accrual - Month | Accrual - Year |
| 1st – 4th year | 18.00 hours | 5.4 Weeks |
| 5th – 9th year | 21.33 hours | 6.4 Weeks |
| 10th year | 24.67 hours | 7.4 Weeks |
- Lifetime pension through the Washington State Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS), with joint contributions required from the employee and the County
- Voluntary Deferred Compensation Retirement with County match
- $50,000 Life Insurance coverage for employees
- Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Personal Accident Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) available for health care and/or dependent care expenses
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Additional benefit information
Salary : $35 - $51